Vegan Broccoli Cheese Soup
A hearty and comforting vegan soup made with broccoli, cashews, and nutritional yeast for a creamy, cheesy flavor without dairy. Perfect for chilly nights and family dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets Fresh or frozen works well; broccoli is the star!
- 1 medium onion, chopped This adds sweetness and depth.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Infuses the soup with rich flavor.
- 4 cups vegetable broth A flavorful base for your soup.
- 1 cup cashews, soaked For that creamy, cheesy texture.
- ¼ cup nutritional yeast Provides a cheesy flavor that’s essential to this recipe.
- 1 teaspoon turmeric Enhances color and adds health benefits.
- to taste none Salt
- to taste none Pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by washing and chopping the broccoli into florets. Chop the onion and mince the garlic to have everything ready for cooking. Soak the cashews in water for at least 4 hours—or quick-soak them in hot water for about 30 minutes.
Cooking
- In a large pot, sauté the chopped onions over medium heat until they become translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic to the pot and sauté for another minute, letting the aroma fill your kitchen.
- Once the onions and garlic are soft, add the broccoli florets and pour in the vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10–15 minutes until the broccoli is tender.
- While the broccoli cooks, drain the soaked cashews and place them in a blender. Add nutritional yeast, turmeric, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth and creamy, adding a little water if needed for a pourable consistency.
- Once the broccoli is tender, remove the pot from heat. Carefully blend the soup in batches if you don’t have an immersion blender until smooth, or use the immersion blender directly in the pot for convenience.
- Return the blended broccoli soup to medium heat. Stir the cashew mixture into the soup, ensuring everything is well combined. The soup should thicken and take on a creamy appearance.
- Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper according to your liking. If you prefer a thicker consistency, let it simmer for a few more minutes.
Serving
- Ladle the Vegan Broccoli Cheese Soup into bowls and serve warm. Enjoy the creamy, comforting flavors!
Notes
This soup can be customized with other vegetables, spices, or toppings such as croutons and seeds. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.